About the EB-5 Investment Program in Greater Franklin County
Each year, 10,000 Visas are set aside specifically for the EB-5 program nationally. For foreign investors seeking the freedom and flexibility to live and work in the United States, the EB-5 Visa Program provides an excellent opportunity to obtain Green Cards — providing Permanent Residency for the applicant, his or her spouse and any dependents under the age of 21.
USA Lifestyles, Inc., the first EB-5 Regional Center in Maine, has been designated to operate the EB-5 investment program for businesses in Greater Franklin County.
Learn more about the EB-5 program in Franklin County
Read about the EB-5 Saddleback investment project (PDF)
Chris Farmer, Saddleback Maine general manager, and Mary Howes, managing member of Otis Ventures, LLC talk about the EB-5 program in this video:
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5/15/2012
Saddleback Wins Governor's Award for Excellence
Governor LePage presented Saddleback Maine with the Governor's Award for Business Excellence, along with five other Maine businesses. They were recognized for their commitment to investment and innovation in their communities.
4/18/2012
New Restaurant Opens Its Doors
Mill St. Cafe is Jay/Livermore Falls' newest business. Owners Mary Howes and Tim DeMillo have created a local eatery with lots of local flavor - the restaurant is housed in the former Wausau Paper Mill and showcases its rich history and architecture.
4/11/2012
Downtown Betterment Award Presented
Longtime Livermore Falls resident Darryl Brown was presented with the Livermore Falls Downtown Betterment Group's Betterment Award. Brown was chosen for his dedication to the community and strong commitment to improving the area.
3/6/2012
Commissioners Approve TIF Applications
Applicants with projects in the Unorganized Territories of Franklin County were given approval by the Commissioners. Funded projects ranged from rescue equipment to scenic byway improvement. Awards also went to residents of the UTs that were seeking scholarships for education.
2/13/2012
Board Approves Site Plan
Planning Board members voted to approve a site-plan review application to restore and improve the Lamb Block building on Depot Street in Livermore Falls. The mixed-use commercial building will potentially house the HealthReach health center, as well as retail and office space.
1/21/2012
Grand Opening of Medical Center
The $4 million, 13,500 sq. ft. Androscoggin Valley Medical Arts Center is officially open! Senator Susan Collins, who spoke at the ribbon-cutting, remarked that it is "truly a celebration" for Livermore Falls.
1/11/2012
Main-Land Under New Ownership
Robert Berry III is the new owner of Main-Land Development Consultants, located in Livermore Falls. Formerly the president of the company, Berry is excited to move the company forward in 2012.
12/20/2011
Boralex Purchased by ReEnergy
ReEnergy Holdings, LLC. has purchased five Boralex biomass-to-energy facilities, including two in Franklin County: Livermore Falls and Stratton. ReEnergy produces biomass energy by using forest waste products.
11/18/2011
Geneva Wood Fuels Receives Grant
Geneva Wood Fuels, LLC of Strong was one of three Maine businesses to receive more than $11,000 in USDA Rural Development funds to support the production and availability of advanced biofuels.
9/21/11
Livermore Falls Awarded Grant
Livermore Falls Town Manager Kristal Flagg told Selectmen that the town's Communities for Maine's Future grant application has been accepted, awarding $400,000 to use to redevelop the Lamb Block on Depot Street.
